Hi Evangeline. I'm happy your mom made at least a little progress in trying to understand your lifestyle. I know it must feel like a step back to square one for her to criticize your music and makeup, but perhaps she had a hard day and (wrongly) took it out on you? At any rate, understanding anything foreign to your train of thought is a process. Do try to be patient with her, and remind her from time to time that you're happy that she's accepting this.

I, like BB, don't have too much to say on this. I would tell you though that if he were to tell you that he had feelings for you only to turn around and pick up someone else...I'm not sure you've lost much in him, you know? I know it doesn't seem that way right now, and I know it must hurt. But time will heal this, and I think someone will come along for you who'll be everything you've wanted like this guy was...difference is, this one'll be loyal. You just need to give it time for your path to cross his.

I hope I was of a little help. Try to keep your chin up, and don't let this get you down.